Rights and Responsibilities

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Before, during and after testing

Athlete Rights
& Responsibilities

Every athlete has rights that protect fair treatment and responsibilities that help keep sport clean. Understanding both is part of being prepared.

Clear information
Receive clear information about the anti-doping rules that apply to you.
Official notification
Receive formal notification if you are involved in an anti-doping case.
B sample analysis
Request the opening and analysis of your B sample, where applicable under anti-doping rules.
Present your explanation
Submit a written explanation and relevant evidence in relation to your case.
A hearing
Have the opportunity to attend a hearing concerning your case.
Appeal a decision
Appeal a decision in accordance with the applicable anti-doping rules.
Therapeutic Use Exemption
Apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) for legitimate medical treatment.

Strict liability
You are responsible for prohibited substances found in your body under the principle of strict liability.
Know and follow the rules
Comply with all anti-doping rules that apply to you.
Provide a sample
Provide a sample when requested by authorised anti-doping personnel.
Keep whereabouts updated
If you are in a Registered Testing Pool (RTP), submit accurate and up-to-date whereabouts information.
Check what you take
Check that your medications and supplements do not contain prohibited substances.
Take part in education
Attend the anti-doping education programmes required of you.
Cooperate fully
Cooperate with results management procedures and anti-doping investigations.

During the testing process

These four responsibilities apply from notification through the sample collection process.

Stay within direct observation of the Doping Control Officer (DCO) or chaperone from notification until sample collection is complete.

Provide an appropriate identification document with your photograph to confirm your identity.

Comply with the established sample collection procedures and the instructions of authorised personnel.

Report to the Doping Control Station immediately, unless a permitted delay has been approved by the DCO.

Please note: These rights and responsibilities are subject to the applicable World Anti-Doping Code and International Standards.